How To: Frame a 16" O.C. Wall! (Most Common Wood Framing Method)

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  • čas přidán 9. 06. 2024
  • In this video, I teach you how to frame a 16" o.c. wall. From bottom plates to top plates, crowning studs and blocking for added rigidity. We go over the stud lengths, block lengths, and methods for nailing it all together. Did I miss anything? If so, share it below!
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  • @MBW
    @MBW Před rokem +73

    Need it in Spanish? ¿Lo necesitas en español? Here it is! ¡Aquí está!
    Spanish: czcams.com/video/YLBSDJVIY7Q/video.html

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před rokem +11

      Our team at MattBangsWood is always looking to help the industry, no matter what it takes! We had a lot of requests for Spanish speaking content, so we found a way to make it all possible.. Click the link above to watch this video fully in Spanish.
      Just a step for us in making sure we're providing the best possible learning experience online.

    • @SteveRoss
      @SteveRoss Před rokem +1

      @@MattBangsWood Well done with this BTW!

    • @jameshosteen4790
      @jameshosteen4790 Před rokem

      @@MattBangsWood ,

    • @dgamersnation1874
      @dgamersnation1874 Před 8 měsíci

      Gracias. Even if I know english, this type of information I get it better in spanish

  • @scottseymour2153
    @scottseymour2153 Před 3 měsíci +15

    What a down to earth, simple, clear-cut, an spoft spoken dude. Awesome channel and work

  • @h2oskier32
    @h2oskier32 Před 5 lety +651

    I'm stoked that smart young men like this are working in the trades...his Dad has taught him well....I've been a contractor in CA for over 20 years and worked with many awesome large and small crews (commercial and residential)...from what I see in these videos....this young man is an excellent carpenter, knowledgeable and has been taught correctly. He would out frame most of the men I have worked with...and could hang with my crew any day. I came to this site to find an online source to help train my boys who are 14 and 15 and interested in the trades....and subsequently learned a few things myself....you're a fool if you think can't learn from others...young or old. Keep up the good work Matt! ......and ignore the negative comments from the losers who are sitting on the couch during the workday wishing they had your attitude and skill set.

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před 5 lety +55

      Appreciate this greatly! Whereabouts in CA are you from? I was taught very well, and wanted to be able to do the same for others.. Which was my whole purpose behind these videos, and it’s shown that people are learning from them!
      Once again, thank you. 🤘

    • @h2oskier32
      @h2oskier32 Před 5 lety +32

      @@MattBangsWood NorCal near Sac...worked in the Bay area before that. I'm trying to slow my pace a bit...I now build about 1 or 2 custom 2000-2500 sf specs a year with a small crew and do all phases of the construction from site work-------finish... but I sub the drywall..insulation...stucco. It's not the fastest, most efficient or cheapest way to build....but I really enjoy handling the whole project.
      I always tell new guys ....A positive attitude is what makes this profession...professional! A negative work environment is TOXIC! Always be learning, respect the other trades and keep your work clean.

    • @coreyj.7776
      @coreyj.7776 Před 5 lety +3

      @@h2oskier32 not the cheapest? I thought it would be cheaper with a small crew and doing everything your self. How long does it take you to close it in? I'm thinking of building a spec house next year doing most of the work with my small crew. Site work - finish. Im a carpenter by trade. Throw some advice my way

    • @h2oskier32
      @h2oskier32 Před 5 lety +25

      @@coreyj.7776 The first thing to consider is if you are borrowing money or working with cash. If you are working with a loan...the interest clock is your biggest enemy. You need to calculate the time it's going to take you to get it to the finish line so you can either sell or refinance the loan into a more reasonable rate. Spec loans typically have higher rates, more fees and are interest only.
      Doing all the work means you miss the opportunity to have subs handling work simultaneously while you work (ie...plumbing, electrical, HVAC while you're finishing up framing or setting window or roofing. This adds weeks, which equals more interest. With the added interest and labor, it may be more cost-effective to sub out. I haven't been happy with subs the last few years, so I choose to handle the majority of it. Reduces my stress, so I am happy to forego some potential cost and time savings. A good sub is valuable, so if you find a few...this will make the spec go smooth for you.
      I just started the site work for my next one (2300 sf-custom modern farmhouse with a better than average finish)
      I set a budget and goal to have the home ready for market (turn-key with landscaping, driveway, concrete porch and patio), in 27 weeks. Crew of 3 (Me, one journeyman and and a laborer). I only plan to sub out fire sprinklers, drywall, insulation, electrical, some stucco. i'll let you know if I hit my goal. Good luck!

    • @coreyj.7776
      @coreyj.7776 Před 5 lety +6

      @@h2oskier32 Thanks man I really appreciate the advice. Good luck on your house. 27 weeks.. You rock

  • @Austin_SOLDano
    @Austin_SOLDano Před 2 měsíci +5

    My Uncle has been framing since he was 15 and is now in his 60's... he put me onto your channel and learning a shit ton. Thanks dude!

  • @stevepepin74
    @stevepepin74 Před 4 lety +236

    This is the first video I’ve seen of yours. I have to tell you I’ve been in the trades for years as a carpenter. I always thought it would be odd to watch someone do what I’ve done for so many years. But man you tell so many good points. It was awesome to watch your video. I think you would be awesome as a teacher of the trade! Great Video!

    • @isabelhuerta7577
      @isabelhuerta7577 Před rokem +2

      I love this video this guy knows his job well
      good describing how to make a wall look so simple great teaching very honest..

  • @AngryBengry
    @AngryBengry Před 5 lety +565

    “Your work is your signature” - you got a new subscriber

    • @irisgg858
      @irisgg858 Před 4 lety +9

      At first i was like cheesy but then i was like damn thats a bad ass quote.

    • @steveharrington118
      @steveharrington118 Před 4 lety +5

      And me for this another subscriber. Good job bro.

    • @PossumMedic
      @PossumMedic Před 4 lety +1

      Amen! :D

    • @rkalla
      @rkalla Před 4 lety +1

      Yup - see here.

    • @Stallion23
      @Stallion23 Před 4 lety +3

      Same here. Subscribed! That comment made me smile. A good quote to live by.

  • @Shaeff071
    @Shaeff071 Před 4 lety +1628

    "Think about other trades." "Your work is your signature." - hired.

    • @HPSFRoadrunner
      @HPSFRoadrunner Před 4 lety +181

      Everyone wants this type of quality, nobody wants to pay for it.

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před 4 lety +76

      @@HPSFRoadrunner CZcams has given me the ability to show our quality while guaranteeing clients / builders can be satisfied.. It's a beautiful thing.
      Similar to a portfolio, expect in video form, and with a half dozen builds.

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před 4 lety +25

      @@rkalla 100% agree with you.

    • @HPSFRoadrunner
      @HPSFRoadrunner Před 4 lety +30

      @@MattBangsWood I'm glad you are taking the time to teach the next generation to do quality work.

    • @solidslovak4906
      @solidslovak4906 Před 3 lety +14

      i heard that and was seriously impressed.........

  • @steve6429
    @steve6429 Před rokem +35

    This is the simplest, easiest to understand and most well explained video I've seen on framing so far. Thank you!

  • @JoeJoe-wp1vv
    @JoeJoe-wp1vv Před 4 lety +159

    Yay I built my 1st wall, now I need to build my house around the wall😂😂

    • @timothybailey5562
      @timothybailey5562 Před 3 lety +10

      You can do it. I've been around building enough that I refuse to buy

    • @maddmann4931
      @maddmann4931 Před 3 lety +1

      Hahahahahahhahah🤣🤣

    • @aliinarousu
      @aliinarousu Před 3 lety +1

      hahaha 😂

    • @JG-or9ej
      @JG-or9ej Před rokem +4

      If you can build a wall you can build a house…

  • @Danny-fs1hk
    @Danny-fs1hk Před 4 lety +300

    For those who don’t have faith in our youth, check out this young man’s videos. I’m 47 and he’s taking me to school.

    • @westsideken
      @westsideken Před 3 lety +13

      52 here, and I've been schooled, too.

    • @tonymestrada4422
      @tonymestrada4422 Před 3 lety +4

      me too,

    • @musicom67
      @musicom67 Před 3 lety +6

      You can also thank the 'youth' 's teacher or master carpenter. Takes one to make one - sometimes... Pride in one's work and honesty in service is not teachable. Ripoff artists galore out there...

    • @3Gdogger
      @3Gdogger Před 3 lety +1

      @@musicom67 exactly

    • @MrJGarcia13106
      @MrJGarcia13106 Před 3 lety +2

      I’m 42 and boy he schooled me !

  • @chaddmeerbergen9169
    @chaddmeerbergen9169 Před 4 lety +15

    Matt, I am the carpentry instructor at a vocational high school In Massachusetts. I stumbled on to your videos a couple of weeks ago while doing research for on line education. Covid19 has brought school to a standstill so I am doing my best to keep the students engaged as they trudge through a state wide quarantine. I just wanted to say that your youth has been a real draw for the students. I am also happy to see that you have high standards ( your work is your signature). Keep up the good work. I will be using more of your videos as supplemental demonstration material..

    • @sirisaacnewton3305
      @sirisaacnewton3305 Před 4 lety

      I got a question so when those students graduate what will they be like a construction manager or a laborer

  • @TheMattward1
    @TheMattward1 Před 3 lety +42

    You know how to tell when someone really knows what they are doing? They can explain it so anyone can understand. I'm framing a wall for a shed, my first, and you are making it easy for me. Thank You!

    • @juliaeaves8306
      @juliaeaves8306 Před rokem +1

      They say if you can't explain it clearly to a 5 year old. Then you dont truly understand it.

  • @nobodyknew
    @nobodyknew Před 3 lety +70

    I'm a laborer, just started in the trade, and saved up and purchased my first tool set with the hopes of improving my use around the jobsite. I decided to look up how to frame and came across this video first. When I compare what I have seen in the past 3 months to the amount of knowledge and respect in this video alone, I am inspired as hell to someday work with a team of people like you. Thank you for the great video, leadership and for providing an example of excellence to which I can aspire. Cheers man! Subbed, and on to the next video...
    I'll remember, "Think about other trades" and "my work is my signature."

    • @royalt3103
      @royalt3103 Před rokem +2

      You should talk to one of the licensed carpenters on site and see if they will take you on as an apprentice!

    • @TheRealIndridCold
      @TheRealIndridCold Před rokem +1

      Did you get the job?

    • @Mantis858585
      @Mantis858585 Před rokem

      If you want to think about other trades, forget about adding all those blocks. 😆

  • @adnanchowdhury43
    @adnanchowdhury43 Před 4 lety +31

    “Your work is your signature” I love it. A man of honor.

  • @ernieforrest7218
    @ernieforrest7218 Před 2 lety +3

    Nice to see a young man knowing the proper way of framing without wasting material.

  • @randycantu1
    @randycantu1 Před 2 lety +3

    You're teaching this old man some tricks. Thank you!

  • @markaddis84
    @markaddis84 Před 3 lety +55

    I’m a drywall hanger and let me tell you I greatly appreciate good framing. Same as you, I take pride in my work and do my best to hang so it won’t create more work for finishers. Well done bud!

    • @DevinSheaProductions
      @DevinSheaProductions Před 2 lety +2

      Now they have robots that can hang drywall. I wonder how they would program robots to adapt to bad framers. “Does not compute” lol

    • @Eugene_Connor
      @Eugene_Connor Před 11 měsíci

      Mark Love to hear people say they take pride in their work, and think of the people that come behind to do finishing. Good job.

  • @patbrennan6572
    @patbrennan6572 Před 6 měsíci +3

    He makes it so easy to understand, thanks young fella.

  • @VinhNguyen-wz9lu
    @VinhNguyen-wz9lu Před 2 lety +3

    "Your work is your signature" - is nice said! It's great to learn from the pro! thanks for walking step by step and sharing tips. Well done.

  • @marine9583
    @marine9583 Před 2 lety +41

    I've framed a house or three in my day. A few suggestions.
    At 2:45, might want use a whole 2x4 for your corner stud, especially in a video of framing a wall.
    When measuring the top plate, when you come to a corner and there will be a 2x4 wall intersecting, you may want to hold the top plate back 3 3/4" from flush so the future wall has an area for its top plate to overlap and fasten to for strength. Also when the end of the wall is a single stud, it helps to let the top plate hang over the lower plate by 3 1/4" to connect to the plate above a corner or wall lead.
    Pre cuts are usually 92 5/8".
    After 3 plates, deducting for drywall and flooring, you have roughly 8 feet ceilings.
    Besides for that, looks good.
    And thank you for mentioning keeping hands away from nailing areas. I even go as far as shooting the lower nail first, then pulling my fully away to shoot the top nail. Moving fast with framing, the weight of the nail gun, and occasionally getting just a tad sloppy from the monotony of it, that top nail sometimes hits just a tad too high and skips above the board. If your hand is right there 8" away, well, you my have a little pain right quick.

    • @FullAssurance
      @FullAssurance Před rokem +4

      Very important and noteworthy suggestions here, especially overlaps / shortage of top plate for strength of corners.
      Your experience with numerous projects certainly shines through.

    • @evaneason6906
      @evaneason6906 Před rokem +4

      I was wondering how he locks the top plate corners together.

    • @robertfaulkner2624
      @robertfaulkner2624 Před 11 měsíci

      But... this is by far the best way to frame ;)

    • @jacobramos4039
      @jacobramos4039 Před 9 měsíci +1

      The wall that he’s building could possibly be a stand alone wall with no intersecting walls connected to it. And I think this video was to kick things off with just the basics of framing a wall. How to tie walls together and building channels is in the next video lol

  • @jamesfrady272
    @jamesfrady272 Před rokem +1

    Grew up helping my Pop build and remodel houses. Had my general contractor's license for around 15 years. Didn't do much building because I had a high-paying and good benefit job otherwise, so I finally let them go. This is the first time I had ever been shown the California Corner. I have not seen this used here in NC but I'm watching this to refresh my memory for a basement project. You're never too old to learn..

  • @cookinitmax
    @cookinitmax Před 3 lety +4

    I’m 56 just getting into this trade thanks I’ve been told it’s never to late but it is if your not learning the correct way to do things.
    So I thank you for taking your time to show us who don’t know this trade .
    I’m sure from what I see and hear everyone has the right way.

    • @Jjz344
      @Jjz344 Před 3 lety

      42 and also about to start this now good to know I’m not alone in this

  • @geoff4022
    @geoff4022 Před 4 lety +19

    10/10 for this video. I've been looking for a video that explains framing as simply as this. Thank you.

  • @austinmaxey6602
    @austinmaxey6602 Před rokem +1

    Man what a awesome video. I’m a plumber and what you said about getting pipe through the top plate man oh my lord I can’t tell you how frustrating it is that framers don’t think about the plumber. I ruin bits all the time cause even if you look the nails are still in there and you can’t see them. I’m wanting to learn more about framing I want to be able to do everything. This video was great man and very well instructed!

  • @ashleam1489
    @ashleam1489 Před 2 lety +32

    I love the perfection and attention to detail. I can't stand sloppy. I'm a middle-aged woman building my own shed (pretty much on my own) and I'm extremely picky about square corners, efficiency, using good materials, and a bit of overkill when building- for snow loads and longevity. I really appreciate this video. You're a real pro and I would hire you in a heartbeat.

    • @johneroyale
      @johneroyale Před 2 lety

      I'm also here because I want to build my own man cave shed. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and expertise.

    • @aceknight6622
      @aceknight6622 Před 2 lety +2

      this is just how its supposed to be. im a kid(17) going into the trade once i graduate Hs,looked up this vid because i forgot the beginning measurements since i did that in September. the amount of people who don't do 16 on center surprises me makes it 10 times harder to fix something/put something on a wall etc

    • @maNki89
      @maNki89 Před rokem

      зачем вам такая надежность? вы все равно умрете и дети не будут жить в вашем доме. они снесут его и построят под себя

  • @sk8rXkids
    @sk8rXkids Před 4 lety +9

    I love that you say,”Your work is your signature” well said!

  • @davidrivera390
    @davidrivera390 Před 4 lety +14

    Helped my buddy with some work on his basement and got a crash course on rough framing but now have a much better understanding and how to use my tools and materials efficiently. Keep it up.

  • @David-excellent
    @David-excellent Před 3 lety +8

    It is obvious that you take pride in your work as a professional framer. You have done an excellent job in explaining framing techniques in a simple way to novices like me. Keep up with the great videos we are paying attention. 👍

  • @kristendang1582
    @kristendang1582 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm a newbie at making walls so this help greatly ty

  • @markpierce6902
    @markpierce6902 Před 4 lety +30

    I've made a late life decision to become a carpenter. Matt has inspired me beyond belief. Thank you Matt for your inspiration and for inspiring today's youth to excel in the trades!!! You are awesome!!!

    • @chrisalister2297
      @chrisalister2297 Před rokem

      What age and how's it going since you started?

    • @emeraldfox7175
      @emeraldfox7175 Před 11 měsíci

      Lol son,it takes a lot of years of experience to be considered a Carpenter and not a nail wagger

  • @thebrencher
    @thebrencher Před 4 lety +3

    This young man has an excellent teacher he has a lot of integrity awesome thanks Matt

  • @karchata7123
    @karchata7123 Před 2 lety +1

    What i like most about this, besides it being laid out to understand easily, is how proud he is of the work that he does. I love to see people who care about the job they do!!!

  • @angelsandfaes
    @angelsandfaes Před rokem

    If all your other videos are like this one - great info, easy instructions to follow, and not a bunch of extra talk that doesn’t help do anything but confuse or overwhelm, you are the king. Thank you.

  • @STistickers
    @STistickers Před 4 lety +155

    “Think about other trades” AWESOME FRAMER

    • @BryanTee80
      @BryanTee80 Před 4 lety

      @A Z Oh wow, I didn't think of that haha thats going to be a pain

    • @lenpolidori3568
      @lenpolidori3568 Před 4 lety +2

      Low voltage wiring installers nightmare!

    • @JM-fo1te
      @JM-fo1te Před 4 lety

      Boomers hate him

    • @brandonflorica938
      @brandonflorica938 Před 4 lety +3

      @A Z An easy solution to this is to stagger your blocks on either side of the chalk line for beginners, but back nailing on an angle definitely isn't rocket science. We also set our blocks at 46-1/2" so the batts have a friction fit.

    • @teraxiel
      @teraxiel Před 4 lety

      @A Z Not sure I understand your comment. Does anything ever NEED to run horizontally through a wall at 3'6" or 4'6"? And if all the blocks were at 4' wouldn't you have the same problem with anything running at that height? On the other hand, switch and countertop electrical boxes DO NEED to be mounted at right about 4'.
      In California, it's pretty common to block just about everything (not literally but a lot more than required). Yes, electricians should probably just be willing to relocate the blocks but good luck getting them to; they're just going to remove them and force the framer to reset them. Easiest solution for the framer is to frame the blocks how he shows them and avoid the issue. Yes, it creates an added step for the insulators, but it won't come back on the framer.
      Also, I don't think I've ever seen anyone use 47" insulation. Does anyone still build homes with 8' ceilings anymore?

  • @darrin.jahnel
    @darrin.jahnel Před 4 lety +18

    "Your work is your signature" = gem

  • @blackriflemensorganization6139

    Thank you Matt! I am planning to build a small greenhouse, and you've taught me quite a bit. Keep up the excellent work!

  • @houghtonconstructioncorp.653

    Hey Matt, this is Mark from Haughton Construction Corp, I enjoyed your videos bro keep up the great work it's really informative 👍🏽

  • @jessequintero1122
    @jessequintero1122 Před 4 lety +13

    I'm impressed guy. You could teach a class. I am glad I found your video!! I'm about to venture on a back room remodel. Basically add some walls. I thank you sir. You got a new subscriber today!

  • @darrellroireau4061
    @darrellroireau4061 Před 3 lety +16

    Wow you just helped me understand making a wall easily! And now I know why the numbers on the measuring tape are red, to mark studs quickly! Had no idea and I'm in my 40's lol. Cheers Bro!

  • @HvyMetal4Ever
    @HvyMetal4Ever Před rokem +2

    My wife and I just were discussing about building a home not 1 hour ago. I come home and see this video in my recommend.
    I can say with great conviction that I would be proud to have you framing our house. Your attention to detail is next level. My favorite part about this whole video is the comment you made about looking out for your fellow trades. So many people get hung up on doing the job and moving on, that they never take other trades into consideration. Very well done!

    • @stephenbonin3049
      @stephenbonin3049 Před rokem +3

      Don’t be surprised your phone is always listening to you.

  • @williamdarby8778
    @williamdarby8778 Před měsícem

    Young man, thank you for such a great video. I helped my dad frame houses. I started when I was 13. You are a great carpenter

  • @jenoyestewart1516
    @jenoyestewart1516 Před 5 lety +5

    Although in Jamaica we don't do board houses as a norm, I am loving your clear explanations and I'm learning about a trade I am fascinated with. I had to subscribe. Keep putting out content like this.

  • @viluvaboy
    @viluvaboy Před 4 lety +3

    Man absolutely excellent. I'm proud to see a young person with so much skill knowledge and speaking ability. You literally taught me how to do framing in a matter of a week 🤣😂. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience brother!

  • @greatsdeals3014
    @greatsdeals3014 Před rokem

    Contractor to contractor you have the best wall framing example on CZcams. If I ever get a contract in your area I'm calling you.

  • @charlesgraham9954
    @charlesgraham9954 Před rokem

    3rd generation framer from SoCal, i have family in one form or another of construction, concrete and brick laying. my son is 21 and would have made 4th gen, hes into computers. i dont blame him. thank u for ur time making this video sir.

  • @Z-Bart
    @Z-Bart Před 5 lety +47

    Matt, I've been a licensed plumber since 1986. You were probably born around 1998. ?? Thanks for the shout-out about looking out for the other trades that follow you. My motto has always been, "how would I do it if it was mine". You build with that in mind.

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před 5 lety +9

      Ray, I was born in ‘96. You were close! I was always taught to frame with others in mind, i was surprised how many people don’t nail over their studs.. I like your motto! I’ll have to remember that one.

    • @Z-Bart
      @Z-Bart Před 5 lety +5

      @@MattBangsWood Right on Matt!

    • @dmitchellhomes
      @dmitchellhomes Před 5 lety

      @@MattBangsWood Have you ever looked at structural engineering notes? Most structural engineers want the top plates nailed at the studs and in between for a typical 4' plate overlap. Also if you had been framing more than a week you would know nailing directly over the lower plate nails you will hit the nail heads quite often causing gun jams, and sometimes even a broken driver. Unfortunately for the plumbers there is just no winning, and todays houses with all of the straps and hardware there is really not too many safe places to drill.

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před 5 lety +29

      @@dmitchellhomes
      Thanks for taking the time to respond David, means a lot! Structural engineers call out for top plate nailing to be bulked up where your first top plate splits, 18 (16D's) both sides of the break. Sure, don't bore a hole through there or you'll be screwed. To answer your other question, yes, you want to nail over your studs on top plate again. The chances of you hitting a nail underneath is 1/5,000. Want to know what happens when that does happen? It pushes the other nail, it wont break the gun, let's not be so dramatic here.
      I've rebuilt more guns than most people have ever fired, but thanks for the "framing for a week" comment, that was a nice stab at my age.

    • @Rlc420
      @Rlc420 Před 5 lety +12

      @@dmitchellhomes Oh snap! Looks like jr. knows what he's talking about. Maybe he's been framing for 2 weeks🤣 well played matt

  • @nebulouz1
    @nebulouz1 Před 2 lety +6

    Awesome presentation! Your communication is extremely articulate, which make it very easy to digest the information. Matt, you have an amazing career ahead of you as a craftsman and educator. I’m definitely a subscriber.

  • @shiznaw
    @shiznaw Před 3 lety

    Natural teacher...great disposition.

  • @kendrickthomas7881
    @kendrickthomas7881 Před 2 lety

    Retired from the military 2 years ago, decided to leave my LEO career for something fun, and decided to shift gears and get back to doing what I did in high school...building things with wood. Currently in a building and construction trade program at the local college here in TX and taking in as much info as I can. Came across this video (about to install a wall in my garage to block off the 3rd car side for a workshop), watched it, and am thoroughly impressed by the attention to detail. Subscribed today and looking forward to watching and learning more...excellent work!

  • @SusanAnnePowerOfTruth
    @SusanAnnePowerOfTruth Před 2 lety +3

    Very well done video - clear spoken instructions, great progression of steps. I really appreciate the way in which you composed the video, and appreciate the way you presented the information. I LOVE the "extra" steps - we call that "Old School" caution - "Your work is your signature" AMEN to that! Will be using your instruction to do my own construction

  • @TheWarpartyofone
    @TheWarpartyofone Před 4 lety +18

    My friend, when you suggested to nail over the studs, a tear formed, that was awesome from an electrician I say thank you! I'm gonna educate framers for now until I die!

    • @texastitan2547
      @texastitan2547 Před 4 lety +1

      You do not shoot a nail directly above another nail when nailing your top plate. You shoot to the side (edge)of the stud. Either side doesn't matter. That way you don't have a "blow back" and possibly getting hurt. Doing this avoids conflict with the other trades and you don't put yourself or anyone else watching in harm's way.

    • @texastitan2547
      @texastitan2547 Před 4 lety +1

      @@ivor7407 I'll be honest though. I learnt that about 10 yrs ago when I was 23. And your the only person since then that I've heard that does that. So, your definitely a conscientious framer. Keep up the good work brother.

  • @italy9327
    @italy9327 Před 3 lety +1

    Gotta love that work boot saw horse

  • @igotchabrothaofficial
    @igotchabrothaofficial Před 3 lety +1

    one of the best "to the point" videos I have ever seen. Great instructions bro!

  • @AndrewJ1313
    @AndrewJ1313 Před 4 lety +5

    I watched several videos on this subject and this dude, by far, offers the best how to. Several of the older tradesman show you great ways to save some time, if you're experienced, but your average DIYer should use this as their tutorial.

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před 4 lety +1

      I’m glad to hear that. The goal for this was to teach literally anyone how to put a wall together!

  • @longlost8424
    @longlost8424 Před 4 lety +6

    Gr8 video, highly informative, well thought out, and masterfully executed.......

  • @thomasreed181
    @thomasreed181 Před 3 lety

    Your work is your signature. Amen!
    This framed wall won’t be seen but knowing that the quality is there is pride in your work.
    Great video young man!

  • @travis8106
    @travis8106 Před 2 lety

    That tip on helping save bits for your plumbers was really good. I'm new to construction and learning something new every day, but "think ahead" has always been the golden rule. Thanks for the video!

  • @kristenclawson5891
    @kristenclawson5891 Před 4 lety +5

    This helped a ton with my first framing project - a goat house with a lean-to style roof. It's not very big so probably over-framed but I was using it as a practice mini-model to get a taste before building an actual full-size shed =D. Anyway, super helpful thank you!

  • @miaciazynski2160
    @miaciazynski2160 Před 2 lety +4

    I’m no framer but I am an OCD DIYer (haha), and I must say, your explanation and reasoning was perfection. I’ve seen many videos on “how to…” for so many things and I wish I could find one of you for each trade of construction. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your work as well as what was put I to making this video.

  • @TheTruth-hg7zp
    @TheTruth-hg7zp Před 3 lety

    The next Holmes. Hats off to you.

  • @cxsey8587
    @cxsey8587 Před rokem +1

    Can you do some more of these type of videos ?? 24 in oc, staggered stud walls? Etc?? Awesome stuff!

  • @georgesanchez9971
    @georgesanchez9971 Před 5 lety +17

    Matt, I am very happy to see that young professionals like you are improving the building techniques from old-timers like me. Please keep up with your videos. I truly hope that more people get good training in this dynamic industry.

  • @suburbanhobbyist2752
    @suburbanhobbyist2752 Před 5 lety +6

    I have never seen how to frame a simple wall explained like this before. You are a great teacher! Thanks!

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před 5 lety +1

      The goal was to make it as universal as possible, so literally anyone could learn from it! Thanks for the support, as always!

  • @jakenbaked87
    @jakenbaked87 Před 4 lety

    Bro, I bought a house while still in school and have been trying to fix it up with little money knowing absolutely nothing about framing and construction. Your videos made my renovations possible! Thank you for teaching me so much. Keep em up!!

  • @H3DG3xC043
    @H3DG3xC043 Před 3 lety

    This man knows what he's doing

  • @ziggiesaquaticexotics8270

    That’s the same saw I’m currently using too I’m loving it so far good ol makita bit making us buy new style of battery’s

  • @nuthinbuttrubl89
    @nuthinbuttrubl89 Před 5 lety +5

    I've got a Hitachi framer. I love that thing. I bought it for one project on my house, which turned into me buying another house and I've been using it to repair roof decking and frame out walls. Expensive and heavy as hell, but an incredibly good tool.

  • @RobertSmith-gn2he
    @RobertSmith-gn2he Před 2 lety

    Bro. The steadiness with that powersaw! Impressive

  • @GrillWasabi
    @GrillWasabi Před 4 lety +2

    Straight to the point and thorough! Not only you're taught well but you teach well! Deserves so much more subscribers! I'm planning to build a nice decent shed in another country! 😊

  • @ibrahiymghany5144
    @ibrahiymghany5144 Před 3 lety +3

    Legend says hes really an old grandpa with more than a half century experience in not just carpentry but communication supper skills!!! Dont let his bengeman button face trick you. Lol

  • @dnalkao3856
    @dnalkao3856 Před 5 lety +5

    you should do a video exaining framing nails, nail schedule and applications (siding, roofing, framing, etc.) Great content man! Thanks for explaining the California corner from a energy efficiency stand point. Also, Common mistakes!

    • @MattBangsWood
      @MattBangsWood  Před 5 lety +3

      Common mistakes is one i've always wanted to do!

  • @brookcodyprice
    @brookcodyprice Před 2 lety

    Best video on framing walls I've seen. Thanks!

  • @Rosie-jx6jo
    @Rosie-jx6jo Před 3 lety

    By far the best video I’ve since showing step by step how to frame a wall. 👍

  • @Resistculturaldecline
    @Resistculturaldecline Před 4 lety +67

    I haven't framed since the late 90's. It's so strange to see a framing site without the spaghetti mess of extension cords and air hoses

    • @danielq.4371
      @danielq.4371 Před 4 lety +6

      O they're still there, battery tools still got some way to go.

    • @HPSFRoadrunner
      @HPSFRoadrunner Před 4 lety +3

      @@danielq.4371 Pnuematics are still about twice as fast in skilled hands and speed is the only priority these days. And the tech for battery cutting tools has improved, but they are still way too costly to be practical for large-scale framing.

    • @oluwaboriogunafolabi3997
      @oluwaboriogunafolabi3997 Před 4 lety +2

      @@HPSFRoadrunner Milwaukee's new nailer is a force! Got one ordered for a new build I'm doing.

    • @benjamincarpenter4376
      @benjamincarpenter4376 Před 3 lety +2

      @@oluwaboriogunafolabi3997 I have it too, it's a great nailer, but definitely understand roadrunner's point. Give a crew of framers some $400+ nailers, plus the batteries, and it's gonna be a lot more pricey compared to pneumatic. Not to mention some guys treat tools terribly if someone else bought them, i.e dropping those nailers on concrete or whatever else when the boss isn't around.

    • @Resistculturaldecline
      @Resistculturaldecline Před 3 lety

      @Mad Dog Avraham Appreciate it while it's still that way. My careers have gone from roofing houses as a 15yr old, lawn service, to concrete, sweeping warehouses, freight dock, framer, electrician, etc etc on up to data telecom work for the largest data provider cooperation in my 40s.
      With no reservation on my stance, the datacomm job was the worst one, and the least enjoyable with no sense of satisfaction. Rampant technology is a soul killer.

  • @vzgsxr
    @vzgsxr Před 5 lety +27

    I'm a carpenter from Australia, I nail my blocking at 1200mm (4ft) for a 2400mm (8ft) tall wall. But I only chalk one line then stagger them - one above and one below the line. Saves you marking the second line.

    • @jep3582
      @jep3582 Před 5 lety +2

      I’m a carpenter from California. I learned the same method blocking as you. I frame the same way as this young man as well. Good video!

    • @LynxSwe
      @LynxSwe Před 5 lety +4

      Same here in Sweden , only marking one side of the stud and a x-mark to know wich side of the line the stud goes and no need for a square to draw the lines.

    • @blazeharding574
      @blazeharding574 Před 4 lety +2

      I am not a carpenter, so I really do not know, but I was wondering why stagger the blocking by a foot? Are there any advantages/disadvantages for hanging the drywall, installing the insulation, electrical, plumbing, etc?

    • @robertdunn7913
      @robertdunn7913 Před 4 lety +3

      @@blazeharding574 2×4's are not perfectly the same width so when you put the blocking at 4' it throws off your recessed joints even if you stagger them the reason for putting them at 3'6" and 4'6" from a 20 year drywall finisher

    • @TheJoshuadavis73
      @TheJoshuadavis73 Před 4 lety

      Same here anything over 2700mm two rows of blocking or noggins

  • @PamelaBrandonChromeFoto

    I’m really impressed that a person so young is so knowledgeable and great at explaining the process, so thank you Sir.

  • @frankortolano5886
    @frankortolano5886 Před 4 lety

    This man is a real carpenter, ,,be proud my friend, one carpenter to another

  • @mrgallbladder
    @mrgallbladder Před 4 lety +5

    Blocks are wonderful when you're doing retro electrical work.

    • @illestofdemall13
      @illestofdemall13 Před 4 lety

      Here in South Florida those horizontal blocks are usually in the older homes. They do make it more difficult to fish wires. End up having to cut more drywall.

    • @MeltingRubberZ28
      @MeltingRubberZ28 Před 4 lety

      Didn't think of that. Good call!

  • @Wisechannel12
    @Wisechannel12 Před 5 lety +6

    Love the details and pride you inject into your work.

  • @usmcgysgts
    @usmcgysgts Před 3 lety

    Nice job young man. I mean that in the most respectful way. I haven't framed a wall in 30 years and I think that I have just found my refresher!

  • @oneslow6.018
    @oneslow6.018 Před 2 lety

    I’m a commercial electrician trying to gain enough knowledge in framing to frame off rooms in my barn. This video was incredibly helpful and gets right to the chase, no bullshit!

  • @jbtechcon7434
    @jbtechcon7434 Před 3 lety +4

    I learn from CZcams all the things my dad was too busy to teach me.

  • @milan2k11
    @milan2k11 Před 4 lety +3

    Love it. Nothing better then an educated framer that knows about building energy performance and cares about it.

  • @GodsEvangalist
    @GodsEvangalist Před 2 lety

    killer video bro dont ever stop teaching

  • @MrSouthofBoston
    @MrSouthofBoston Před rokem

    Whoever raised you did a great job.

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    @MattBangsWood  Před 5 lety +29

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    • @_Ryan_420
      @_Ryan_420 Před 5 lety +1

      This is a awesome video i just framed a house yesterday and we nail over our studs for the same reason you were saying nice job

    • @spartankiller4072
      @spartankiller4072 Před 2 lety +1

      I want to get into construction. But I don’t know anything yet? Any advice?

    • @gradingandframing
      @gradingandframing Před 2 lety

      Great job 👏🏻

  • @dallas5374
    @dallas5374 Před 4 lety +3

    The fact you nail over the stud on a top plate is amazing lol. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve ruined brand new auger bits because there is a cluster of nails in the middle bay. Thank you!

  • @michaelmccarthy102
    @michaelmccarthy102 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Keep them coming I started my first framing job today and it was a good experience, these tips and techniques will definitely help me along this journey. Thanks again

  • @francescogallego
    @francescogallego Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks dude for this video. So easy to understand.

  • @t-bar7143
    @t-bar7143 Před 4 lety +6

    Great video, had never framed wood before. I was able to frame my first wall this past weekend.....keep up the good work.

  • @Bird-dl7xs
    @Bird-dl7xs Před 4 lety +5

    Thank you for thinking of us other trades. With the framers in my area thought like this. I spend more time locating nails so I don’t drill through them than I do actually drilling all my holes

  • @pierremontpetit5866
    @pierremontpetit5866 Před 2 lety

    Haters will be haters, love the teaching style and hope more to come!

  • @ReeLifeinvestor
    @ReeLifeinvestor Před 2 lety

    This is One of the best detailed on how to build channel i seen, all praises to the Most High

  • @SkilledEddie
    @SkilledEddie Před 3 lety +13

    When you worked in various trades for many years respecting other trades comes easy. I was a carpenter and an electrician. I will say we never marked studs like that we just put one line and a mark next to the line on the side the stud goes. When you frame large homes marking two lines like that would piss off the foreman back in the 90s time is money.

    • @dipshet
      @dipshet Před 3 lety

      Its still that way im framing in vegas and weve been taught to not use squares to mark cuts past 6 ft

    • @alk4pon3
      @alk4pon3 Před 3 lety +1

      One line is sufficient.. experience framers don't need a double line.

    • @scarroll625
      @scarroll625 Před 3 lety +2

      @@alk4pon3 true, but this video is about teaching new people how to frame.

  • @209chevymon
    @209chevymon Před 5 lety +12

    Now that was a good video had a topic explained it clearly and very detailed good job

  • @paulmayerpiano
    @paulmayerpiano Před 3 lety

    You are a good tradesman, and a fine person as well. I appreciate that you took the time to share your knowledge with the rest of us. God bless.

  • @desesrtdude
    @desesrtdude Před 2 lety

    Well done!! Your attention to detail 👍🏼 is awesome. Very well spoken, confident and knowledgeable. Great job

  • @daviddurham2773
    @daviddurham2773 Před 4 lety +37

    Matt, would you do a video on how to read blue prints for beginners?

    • @51-FS
      @51-FS Před 4 lety +2

      This dude dont even know how long a stud is..... I would look for other videos if u want to learn the right way

    • @karinsmith6513
      @karinsmith6513 Před 4 lety +1

      i love how easy the plans are in bigwoodworkingplans.blogspot.com/ to understand and the step-by-step videos they have. Makes getting material really easy

  • @brax0789
    @brax0789 Před 5 lety +6

    Here in NJ out studs are precut at 92 5/8

  • @DarthSpongebob82
    @DarthSpongebob82 Před rokem

    A truly skilled individual that you can tell knows his craft very well and takes pride in his work. Good up the good work man!